This textbook has been specially written to meet the needs of students following the AQA (A) AS specification in psychology, through carefully structured and detailed coverage of the subject content. Each chapter includes the following features: - comprehensive and clearly written coverage of material for students new to psychology- end-of-topic summaries - a glossary of psychological terms- a mix of classic and more recent studies in psychological research Full references for the studies mentioned are provided in an appendix, which also includes a section of sample exam-style questions. Answers to the questions in the textbook are provided in an accompanying Teacher Guide, which is available for purchase separately by teachers. The guide offers suggestions as to how the material might be approached, and includes discussion points and practical activities.

Table of Contents

Introduction Chapter 1: Introducing psychology Unit 1: Cognitive psychology, developmental psychology and research methods Chapter 2: Memory Chapter 3: Attachment Chapter 4: Research methods Unit 2: Biological psychology, social psychology and individual differences Chapter 5: Stress Chapter 6: Social influence Chapter 7: Psychopathology (abnormality) Appendix References Sample questions

Author Biography

Erika Cox has taught psychology for many years, both at A-level and on Open University and Access courses, and is an experienced examiner. She is the author of several introductory psychology textbooks, and has written revision material for A-level students and resource packs for teachers.